Steph Curry's scrimmage with Warriors signals hope for return this season

The Dubs Talk podcast discusses the promising return of Stephen Curry to the Golden State Warriors after 25 missed games due to a runner's knee injury. Hosts Fonte Hill and Monty Poole highlight that Curry recently participated in a full five-on-five scrimmage, signaling he could return as early as Sunday against the Houston Rockets. The episode explores the potential impact of Curry’s return, particularly when paired with Christos Porzingis, whose recent strong performances and improved three-point shooting have made him a key piece in the Warriors’ offensive revival. Despite the team’s 1-8 record against winning teams in March and their current 10th-place standing in the Western Conference, the hosts express cautious optimism that a healthy Curry and Porzingis could give the Warriors a chance to make noise in the play-in tournament. The discussion also turns to roster evaluation, with key decisions looming on player options for Draymond Green, Gary Payton II, DeAnthony Melton, and Porzingis, as well as the Warriors’ upcoming draft prospects, including Yaxel Linderberg and Darius Acuff Jr. The team’s grueling remaining schedule—seven games in a short span with multiple back-to-backs—adds pressure, but the possibility of staying within California for most of the stretch offers a logistical advantage. The episode concludes with a look at the MVP race, where Victor Wimbayama emerges as a top contender, and a brief preview of the upcoming NBA draft and Warriors’ lottery hopes.